St. Paul's United Methodist Church of Houston will transform its lawn at the corner of Main and Bissonet streets into a "sacred space for the community," according to a release from the church.

"The project will tie in with the city's Museum Walk now under construction that will include enhanced sidewalks, lighting and sitting areas, making all of it more inviting. The space is named the Bankston Green to honor the Rev. Dr. L. James (Jim) Bankston, who is retiring from the ministry effective June 30 after 40 years, including almost 19 at St. Paul's," according to the release.

In addition to the lawn, the project will include appropriate lighting for a labyrinth, new sidewalks and improved drainage for the sanctuary. Construction is planned for late fall 2013 to late spring of 2014, according to the release.